THE GERALD HARDY MEMORIAL SOCIETY
Non Profit Registered Charity
 

Gerald Hardy Memorial Society (GHMS) Summer Job Posting

Summer Student Assistant Position

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The Summer Student Assistant reports to the Executive Director of the GHMS and works in collaboration with the ED and other staff to fulfill the society’s objectives to provide community support, education and vocational training for people living with varying levels of disability, to facilitate day programming to enhance life skills and job readiness, to offer services that provide inclusion through supported job placement, work contracts, community projects, fundraising and participation in community events. Social and workplace skills are developed through operation of, but not limited to, the Cascades Thrift Shop, the Online Auction, Rainbow Food Bank (RFB) and other activities.

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Duties/ Responsibilities

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• Provide a supporting role in fulfilling the objectives of the society

• Assist with daily operations of our Cascades Thrift Shop, On-line Auction and Rainbow Foodbank

• Sorting and pricing donations into the appropriate categories

• Assist with keeping the Thrift Shop tidy and well organized

• Assist with some operations of our Rainbow Foodbank, such as unloading and unpacking deliveries from Feed Nova Scotia, stocking shelves, and preparing food hampers

• Help to keep GHMS a clean and safe environment for all

 

Qualifications

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• Must be at least 15 years of age and not over 30 years of age, as required by our funding

• Must currently be enrolled in an educational program, as required by our funding

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Excellent organizational skillsCurrent computer and social media skills

• Experience with individuals of varying abilities is an asset

• Knowledge of developmental and/or physical disabilities and mental health concerns is an asset

• Sensitivity to issues encountered by people facing barriers to employment and community involvement

• Experience with retail and customer service or equivalent an asset

• References required and able to pass criminal records/ vulnerable sector check Must be available to work Saturdays on a shared working schedule

 

Personal Characteristics

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• Must be physically able to safely lift and move objects using proper lifting techniques

• Must be versatile, able to quickly adapt to changing work environment

• Behave ethically; ensuring personal behavior aligns with the values of the society

 

Wage/ Hours35 hours per week / $16.00 hour

Application deadline May 31, 2024Submit resume/ cover letter to: kerrylou@geraldhardysociety.caor in person during regular working hours, or mail to 22657 Highway 7 Sheet Harbour, NS, B0J 3B0